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BISON TUNES Four acts were announced last week to perform at the 11th annual BisonFest Saturday, Sept. 24. Top: The Panhandlers; from left, the Dirty River Boys, Mason and the Gin Line, West Texas Exiles. | COURTESY PHOTOS

BISON TUNES Four acts were announced last week to perform at the 11th annual BisonFest Saturday, Sept. 24. Top: The Panhandlers; from left, the Dirty River Boys, Mason and the Gin Line, West Texas Exiles. | COURTESY PHOTOS

The big bison’s back: Panhandlers to headline BisonFest Sept. 24 in Quitaque

Staff Reports
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Body The Texas State Bison Music Festival, also known as BisonFest, has announced the lineup for its September 24 event in Quitaque. Headlining this year’s BisonFest will be newly formed country supergroup The Panhandlers.
LEAK REPAIRED

LEAK REPAIRED

LEAK REPAIRED

News Staff
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Body LEAK REPAIRED According to Turkey residents June 14, the Allsup’s convenience store on Highway 70 was shut down that Tuesday evening after a natural gas leak was discovered on the site following routine work by Atmos Energy.

Turkey to get medical clinic

Staff Reports
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Body The City of Turkey has announced that a new medical clinic is coming to their town, and it will be located in the City Hall office complex. Operated by the Plainview Foundation for Rural Health Advancement, the clinic staff includes Dr.

LOOKING BACK

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body July 11, 1963: Silverton Riding Club takes 1st in Clarendon parade Several members of the Silverton Future Farmers of America Chapter will attend the State FFA Convention in Lubbock, according to Jim Myers, president of the chapter.
McJimsey–Barton nuptials set for September

McJimsey–Barton nuptials set for September

McJimsey–Barton nuptials set for September

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body Mr. and Mrs. Doug McJimsey of Silverton are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mesa Cheyenne McJimsey, to Zakery Quade Barton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Barton of Halfway, Texas.
Ruby Red fruit salad a red, white, and blue spectacular

Ruby Red fruit salad a red, white, and blue spectacular

Ruby Red fruit salad a red, white, and blue spectacular

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body Juicy watermelon, gigantic dark cherries, red raspberries, and sweet strawberries combine to make a fabulous fruit salad. Coupled with a tangy citrus dressing and bedazzled with mint and edible flowers, this summer classic is truly stunning.

Happy Birthday and Anniversary to...

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body July Anniversaries 1: Rick and Jane Turner, Brian and Paige Barnes, Donnie and Linda Turner, Steven and Angie Hodges 3: Bruce and Dorthy Lefevre, Tommy and Kim Gleghorn, Mr. and Mrs.
AT THE GREEN GATE The Briscoe County Rodeo Grounds is home to Silverton’s community garden, free for the picking for personal use. Mason Carter, extension agent, points out this year's plans for the Silverton community garden. | COURTESY PHOTO

AT THE GREEN GATE The Briscoe County Rodeo Grounds is home to Silverton’s community garden, free for the picking for personal use. Mason Carter, extension agent, points out this year's plans for the Silverton community garden. | COURTESY PHOTO

Silverton Community Garden in its 3rd year

Kay Ellington
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body Community gardeners in Silverton are hoping third time’s a charm, as they have been busy planting for the third year in a row. Mason Carter, county extension agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources, has been spearheading the community garden project in Silverton.
OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES

OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES

OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Body OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES Summer Reading activities at the Motley County Library this week showed there’s more than one way to beat the heat during library time. More photos, page 5. | COURTESY PHOTO